Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city
Victoria showing street scenes, a small town or village and signage
Lower Johnson Street featuring a ruin
Victoria showing street scenes and heritage architecture
Victoria featuring a city, street scenes and a house

Popular places to visit

Government Street featuring street scenes, a small town or village and a house

Government Street

4.5/5(23 reviews)

This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.

Government Street
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

3.5/5(11 reviews)

Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.

Chinatown
Bay Centre

Bay Centre

During your visit to Victoria, you can do some window-shopping at Bay Centre. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Bay Centre
Miniature World

Miniature World

5/5(1 review)

Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.

Miniature World
Victoria which includes heritage architecture

Lower Johnson Street

Shop at independent boutique stores, enjoy free live music and dance performances and see historical buildings at this popular downtown Victoria street.

Lower Johnson Street
Bastion Square

Bastion Square

Learn about the local history of Victoria when you take a trip to Bastion Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Bastion Square

Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

AU$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

AU$236
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Victoria: Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks, and Ferry

Victoria Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks, and Ferry

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks, and Ferry
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

AU$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return

AU$461
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

AU$213
per adult
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
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Our pick of the best Downtown Victoria Hotel Deals

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$385 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$385
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,232 reviews)
"Great friendly staff."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$530 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$530
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,141 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with superb amenities and is the center of activity around the harbour."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Empress
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
642 Johnson St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$318 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$318
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,152 reviews)
Great place centrally located
"Comfortable beds, spacious room, nice shower, and quiet. Close proximity to food and interesting places. Try the haunted mini golf a couple blocks away!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
4 out of 5
777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$394 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$394
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location! Able to park our car and walk everywhere we wanted to go in Victoria. Helpful staff. Great room!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$599 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$599
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,947 reviews)
"Absolutely love this place."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,238 reviews)
"City center, very convenient."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

Lower Johnson Street featuring building ruins

Harris Green

While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.

Harris Green
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North Park

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.

North Park
Victoria Harbour which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Inner Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbour
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Fernwood

While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Belfry Theatre.

Fernwood
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Songhees

When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Songhees
Victoria featuring a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

James Bay

Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

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